The Hindu Vocabulary 19 March 2025

Word/Phrase

Part of speech

Meaning

Synonyms

Antonyms

Sentence

Engage

Verb

To involve or participate in an activity or interaction.

(संलग्न करना)

Involve, Participate, Employ, Hire, Occupy, Commit, Absorb, Attract, Enlist, Retain

Disengage, Ignore, Avoid, Disconnect, Release, Dismiss, Neglect, Withdraw, Shun, Exclude

She loves to engage in meaningful conversations with her friends.

Predecessor

Noun

A person who held a position before someone else.

(पूर्ववर्ती)

Antecedent, Forerunner, Ancestor, Precursor, Forebear, Pioneer, Prequel, Former, Harbinger, Trailblazer

Successor, Follower, Descendant, Replacement, Newcomer, Inheritor, Substitute, Heir, Continuator, New Leader

The new manager learned a lot from his predecessor.

Pre emptive

Adjective

Done before something happens to prevent or counteract it.

(पूर्व-सक्रिय)

Preventive, Precautionary, Proactive, Defensive, Anticipatory, Averting, Forestalling, Blocking, Intervening, Strategic

Reactive, Passive, Unprepared, Late, Hesitant, Defensive, Submissive, Delayed, Careless, Unconcerned

The army took pre-emptive action to stop the enemy attack.

Rebel

Noun

A person who resists authority or control.

(विद्रोही)

Revolutionary, Insurgent, Dissenter, Mutineer, Anarchist, Protester, Nonconformist, Maverick, Radical, Defiant

Loyalist, Supporter, Follower, Patriot, Conformist, Ally, Devotee, Obedient, Disciple, Submissive

The young prince became a rebel against his own kingdom.

Escalation

Noun

An increase in intensity or seriousness.

(वृद्धि)

Increase, Intensification, Expansion, Growth, Acceleration, Heightening, Aggravation, Rise, Surge, Advancement

Reduction, Decrease, Decline, Diminution, Suppression, Mitigation, Retraction, Downturn, Withdrawal, Regression

There was an escalation of violence in the border area.

Resumption

Noun

The act of starting something again after a pause.

(पुनः आरंभ)

Restart, Renewal, Continuation, Revival, Reinstitution, Reestablishment, Reopening, Recovery, Reinforcement, Reintegration

Suspension, Termination, Discontinuation, Ceasing, Abandonment, Stoppage, Interruption, Halt, Cancellation, Cessation

The resumption of peace talks brought hope to both countries.

Massive

Adjective

Very large or heavy in size, extent, or amount.

(विशाल)

Huge, Gigantic, Enormous, Immense, Tremendous, Colossal, Substantial, Vast, Heavy, Monumental

Tiny, Small, Minuscule, Insignificant, Weak, Light, Minor, Narrow, Trivial, Little

The company made a massive investment in new technology.

Unmistakably

Adverb

In a way that cannot be confused with anything else.

(स्पष्ट रूप से)

Clearly, Definitely, Undeniably, Certainly, Indisputably, Evidently, Undoubtedly, Incontestably, Absolutely, Distinctly

Uncertainly, Doubtfully, Ambiguously, Indistinctly, Confusedly, Vaguely, Obscurely, Questionably, Hesitantly, Unclearly

His voice was unmistakably filled with excitement.

Relentless

Adjective

Continuing without becoming less intense or weaker.

(कठोर)

Unyielding, Persistent, Unstoppable, Harsh, Ruthless, Unforgiving, Tenacious, Determined, Ruthless, Unceasing

Lenient, Gentle, Merciful, Kind, Mild, Soft, Flexible, Compassionate, Forgiving, Yielding

The army faced relentless attacks from the enemy.

Blunt

Adjective

Not sharp or direct in speech or manner.

(स्पष्टवादी)

Dull, Frank, Honest, Abrupt, Direct, Straightforward, Outspoken, Harsh, Rough, Brusque

Sharp, Pointed, Polished, Subtle, Smooth, Refined, Sensitive, Delicate, Diplomatic, Sophisticated

He gave a blunt response without worrying about politeness.

Misery

Noun

A state of great suffering or unhappiness.

(दुख)

Suffering, Agony, Distress, Pain, Hardship, Despair, Torment, Anguish, Grief, Sorrow

Happiness, Joy, Comfort, Bliss, Delight, Pleasure, Cheer, Contentment, Well-being, Enjoyment

The flood victims endured unimaginable misery.

Ragtag

Adjective

Untidy, disorganized, or made up of different types of things or people.

(अव्यवस्थित)

Scrappy, Disorganized, Mixed, Haphazard, Patchy, Unkempt, Motley, Scattered, Messy, Chaotic

Organized, Uniform, Neat, Disciplined, Ordered, Structured, Coordinated, Sophisticated, Well-formed, Elegant

A ragtag group of rebels fought against the army.